The Avifauna of Micronesia, Its Origin, Evolution, and Distribution by Baker
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| Author | Baker, Rollin H. (Rollin Harold), 1916-2007 |
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| LoC No. | 51062489 |
| Title | The Avifauna of Micronesia, Its Origin, Evolution, and Distribution |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Avifauna of Micronesia, Its Origin, Evolution, and Distribution" by Rollin H. Baker is a scientific publication written in the mid-20th century. This work delves into the diverse bird species of Micronesia, analyzing their origins, evolutionary history, and geographical distribution. It serves as a crucial resource for ornithologists and ecologists interested in understanding the unique avian life of these remote islands. At the start of the book, the author introduces the avifauna of Micronesia, noting that the region is home to 206 bird species across 37 families and 91 genera. The opening chapters discuss the geographical characteristics of Micronesia, highlighting its oceanic islands that have formed independently of continental land masses. The text emphasizes the significance of understanding the mechanisms by which bird species arrived in Micronesia, their ecological adaptations, and ongoing threats to their survival, setting the groundwork for a comprehensive examination of the islands' bird life throughout the publication. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Birds -- Micronesia |
| Subject | Birds -- Pacific Islands (Trust Territory) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42537 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 84 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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